What type of therapy do you use and is this approach is right for me?

My approach lies in blending various modes of psychotherapy to best support you on your journey. I believ that an individual clients have various needs and I adjust my theoretical beacjground accordin to those needs. Here is an overview of some common types of therapy I use in my work:

1. Person-Centered Approach (Humanistic Therapy):

   Overview: This approach emphasises the individual's capacity for self-healing and personal growth. It is based on the understanding that you know yourself the best and you need a safe space to realise what you need to overcome your challenges. The therapist provides a supportive environment that encourages self-exploration and self-acceptance.

   Approach: The therapist offers unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence (genuineness), allowing clients to lead the discussion and find their own solutions.

   Best for: Building self-esteem, personal growth, and situations where the client wants to feel understood and accepted without judgment.

   
   

2. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):

   Overview: CBT focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. It is goal-oriented and involves working on specific problems.

   Approach: This therapy helps you recognize distortions in thinking, reevaluate them, and develop healthier thinking patterns. Techniques often include exercises and homework to practice new skills.

   Best for: Anxiety, depression, PTSD, phobias, and other mental health conditions where changing thought patterns can lead to improved outcomes.

   
   

3. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT):

   Overview: DBT is a type of CBT that emphasizes balancing acceptance and change. It incorporates mindfulness and teaches skills for managing emotions, improving relationships, and coping with stress.

   Approach: DBT involves individual therapy, group skills training, and phone coaching. Key skills include mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

   Best for: Borderline personality disorder, self-harm behaviors, chronic suicidal thoughts, and mood disorders.

   
   

4. Psychodynamic Therapy:

   Overview: Psychodynamic approach explores how unconscious thoughts and past experiences, particularly childhood experiences, influence current behavior and feelings. It aims for deep, long-term personal insight.

   Approach: This therapy often involves frequent sessions and explores dreams, fantasies, and free associations to uncover unconscious conflicts.

   Best for: Long-term personal growth, complex mental health issues, and deep-seated emotional problems.